Miller (Isaac) Elementary vs Richland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 362 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Miller (Isaac) Elementary
Santa Maria · Public elementary · Grades K–6
883 students
Richland Elementary
San Marcos · Public elementary · Grades K–5
883 students
| Measure | Miller (Isaac) Elementary Santa Maria, California | Richland Elementary San Marcos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #5222 of 5,693 | #914 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48540 of 50,301 | #12451 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 883 | 883 |
| Enrollment | 883 | 883 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.5% | 30.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 64% |
| city | Santa Maria | San Marcos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.4 vs 12.9).
- •Richland Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 22%).
- •Richland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 30%).
- •Richland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.8% vs 94.5%).
- •Miller (Isaac) Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 23.9).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Miller (Isaac) Elementary better than Richland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Richland Elementary ranks higher (68.4 vs 12.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Miller (Isaac) Elementary and Richland Elementary?
About 362 km in a straight line, between Santa Maria and San Marcos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Miller (Isaac) Elementary: 883. Richland Elementary: 883. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Miller (Isaac) Elementary and Richland Elementary rank in California?
Miller (Isaac) Elementary is 5222nd of 5,693 and Richland Elementary is 914th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).